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South Asia is a story of promise and peril where Asia’s conflicting forces of modernity and reaction meet head on. Home to a multitude of different cultures, ethnicities, and religions, The Diplomat's regional correspondents and experts will provide the insight you need to navigate one of the world's most consequential regions.
Fixing Afghanistan’s Security of Tenure Crisis
By Ahmad Bilal Khalil and Noorullah Farajid
85 percent of urban properties in Afghanistan’s largest cities are vulnerable, their tenants lacking security of tenure.
The Deafening Silence of Pakistani Jihadists and Radicals on China's Uyghurs
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The position of radical groups on Xinjiang shows which ones are closer to the establishment.
Citizenship, Identity and Nepal’s Contested 2015 Constitution
By Nirnaya Bhatta and Maximillian Morch
The 2015 Constitution failed to address the demands of Madhesi and indigenous populations.
India Arrests Senior Kashmiri Leader Farooq Abdullah Under Controversial Law
By Sheikh Saaliq
Abdullah is the first pro-India Kashmiri politician to be detained under the Public Safety Act.
Kashmir’s Shia Students Speak Out Against the Loss of State Autonomy
By Tapasya
Kashmir’s Shias feel a particular sense of vulnerability as minorities.
Why Imran Khan’s ‘Kashmir Hour’ Fell Flat
By Daud Khattak
Why did the Pakistani prime minister's efforts appear to falter?
4 New Data Protection Trends in India Jeopardize Innovation
By Nikhil Sud
A draft data protection bill may put a straightjacket on innovation in India.
With India’s Economy Facing a Slowdown, What Tools Does the Modi Government Have?
By Aman Thakker
India’s economy is running into headwinds.
Trump's US-Taliban Move Pushes Afghans Toward Fragile Vote
By Cara Anna
The September 28 election couldn’t happen at a more difficult time.
What the Apparent Collapse of Afghan Peace Talks Means for Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
How will Islamabad adapt to Trump’s latest sudden move?
India’s Chandrayaan-2 Moon Lander Suffers Last-Minute Communications Loss
By Ankit Panda
The Vikram lander may have been lost.
Trump Announces Cancellation of Secret Camp David Summit With Taliban After Kabul Attack
By Ankit Panda
The surprise announcement came on Saturday night.